Liam Gallagher paid a simple tribute, tweeting: “ROBIN GIBB LEGEND”, while Shears wrote of the singer: “Robin Gibb. You are and forever will be a massive influence and inspiration. Rest in Peace.” He was joined by Duran Duran, who paid their respects by writing: “Sorry to hear about the passing of Robin Gibb of the BeeGees. Our condolences to his friends and family.”

Meanwhile, The Cribs told NME that Gibb and the Bee Gees had been a big influence on their music – scroll down to see the full video interview.

Ash singer Tim Wheeler also joined the tributes, he wrote: “Saddened to hear about Robin Gibb dying, I met him a few years ago and he was a real gentleman.” Bruno Mars also paid homage to Gibb, simply writing: “R.I.P Robin Gibb.”